John mahoney british born frasier actor dies aged 77 #comments

John Mahoney, the British-born actor best known for his role as Martin Crane on the popular TV show "Frasier," has died at the age of 77.

Mahoney was born on June 20, 1940, in Blackpool, England, and began his acting career in the 1970s. He appeared in numerous stage productions, including a Broadway production of "Theale" and a West End production of "The Real Thing."

In the 1990s, Mahoney landed the role of Martin Crane, the gruff and lovable father of Frasier Crane (Kelsey Grammer), on the NBC sitcom "Frasier." The show, which aired from 1993 to 2004, was a huge success and earned Mahoney several award nominations, including an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series.

Mahoney's other notable roles include appearances on "In Treatment," "Hot in Cleveland," and "The Good Wife." He also appeared in several films, including "Say Anything..." and "Eight Men Out."

Mahoney was known for his dry wit and his ability to bring depth and nuance to his characters. He was also a talented stage actor, and appeared in numerous productions throughout his career.

Mahoney is survived by his wife, Irene, and his daughter, Claire.